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Lighting Equipment Rental
Professional lighting packages for film, TV, and commercial production in Italy.
Lighting equipment rental gives productions access to professional-grade fixtures, controls, and accessories without long-term ownership costs. Rental houses maintain extensive inventories of LED, HMI, tungsten, and fluorescent units, along with dimming systems, cables, and distribution equipment for productions of any scale.
We facilitate lighting equipment rentals from vetted local suppliers, securing competitive rates and managing the logistics of delivery and return. Our team coordinates with your gaffer to ensure the right fixtures, accessories, and backup units arrive on time and in tested working condition.
Capabilities
Complete Lighting Solutions
From powerful HMI daylight to versatile LED and classic tungsten, we source lighting equipment that brings your creative vision to life.
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HMI Lighting
- ARRI M-Series (M18, M40, M90)
- Fresnel HMI units
- Par fixtures
- Electronic ballasts
- Daylight matching
Daylight Power
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LED Systems
- ARRI SkyPanel series
- Litepanels Gemini
- Aputure fixtures
- RGB & bi-color units
- Flexible LED mats
Modern Efficiency
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Tungsten Fixtures
- ARRI T-Series fresnels
- Source Four ellipsoidals
- Mole-Richardson units
- Practical fixtures
- Dimmer systems
Classic Warmth
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Grip & Control
- C-stands & combos
- Flags, nets & silks
- Frames & butterflies
- Grip arms & hardware
- Rigging systems
Light Control
On Location
Complete lighting packages from Italian rental partners
Here is how this works in practice. Lighting kit rental in Italy is anchored by Panalight Rome and Milan, Stop-Service, Cinecittà Rental on the Via Tuscolana campus, Lumiq Studios in Turin, and Cinegrip, with Bartolini Roma, Cargo Studios Bologna, and Movie People covering the regional spread that productions hit when they jump from a Cinecittà sound stage to a Lambrate or Bovisa warehouse in Milan, an Amalfi exterior, the Dolomite altitude positions above Cortina, or a Sicilian baroque street shoot.
Here is the short of it. Across that network our team books the full LED, HMI, and tungsten stack — ARRI SkyPanel S30, S60, S120, and S360 sets, Litepanels Gemini 2x1 and 1x1 hard and soft, Aputure 1200d Pro, Nova P600c and the LS 600x family, ARRI M-series HMIs from M8 through M90, K5600 Joker2 800/1600 and Alpha 4K/9K/18K Pars, Mole-Richardson Big Eye Tens and 18K Wendy tungsten, full ARRI T-series Fresnels, Source Four ellipsoidals, and the Astera Titan and Hyperion tube range for practical work.
Here is the breakdown. Grip stock runs alongside — Matthews and Avenger C-stands, combos, 4x4 through 20x20 frames, Magic Cloth, 1/4 and 1/2 grid, Ultrabounce, Griffolyn, duvetyn flag families — so the gaffer and key grip work from a single staged inventory list before truck loadout.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Each package leaves the warehouse load-tested, with electronic ballasts cycled, LED fixtures colour-checked against the camera's white point and Master TC sync verified across the SkyPanel and Aputure stock, dimmer curves logged on the DMX, Art-Net, and sACN boards, and Bates feeder, distro boxes, and Socapex multi-cable pre-coiled and labelled for the run order. Italian gaffers and best boys from the AIC and CCNL Cinema Audiovisivo pool handle load calculations, neutral and earth verification, and tie-in coordination with the location electricians and the local ENEL or city mains supplier.
Here is how the picture comes together. We stage silent generators — Pramac, SDMO, FB Group, Multiquip — for locations without trusted mains such as Cinque Terre cliffside positions, the Pompei archaeological park (where Soprintendenza needs on-power-only fixtures and routed cable runs), Dolomite altitude shoots above Cortina, and the Sicilian baroque streets at Noto and Modica where shore-loading restrictions and ZTL access shape every truck route and lighting plan. ENPALS and INAIL paperwork is filed in prep, the Italian Cinema Plan 40% rebate records moves through MiC channels, ATA carnets clear at Fiumicino, Malpensa, and Linate cargo, and a 24-hour replacement cycle out of Rome and Milan keeps shoot days running clean.
FAQ
Lighting Rental Expertise
What lighting equipment do you supply?
We source all professional lighting equipment including HMI (ARRI M-Series, Joker), LED (SkyPanel, Gemini, Aputure), tungsten (fresnels, practicals), and specialty fixtures. Complete grip packages with stands, flags, diffusion, and rigging. Power distribution and dimming systems available.
How far in advance should I book lighting equipment?
We recommend 2-3 weeks advance booking for standard packages. Large lighting packages or specialty equipment may require 4-6 weeks, especially during busy periods. Rush services available for urgent requirements.
Can you provide gaffers and lighting crew?
Yes, we can arrange complete lighting crews including gaffers, best boys, electricians, and rigging teams to work alongside your equipment package. Crews are experienced with the specific equipment in your rental.
Do you handle power requirements?
We coordinate complete power solutions including generator rental, distribution systems, tie-ins, and load calculations. Our team assesses power availability at your locations and recommends appropriate solutions.
What about lighting for specific locations in Italy?
We have extensive experience with Italy's diverse locations—from historic estates with limited power to remote exteriors requiring generator support. We design lighting packages appropriate for each location's challenges.
Can you provide specialty lighting equipment?
Yes, we source specialty lighting including balloon lights, Dino/Maxi fixtures, underwater lighting, architectural LED, and practical fixtures. We work with specialty rental houses across Europe to find specific equipment.
Related Services
Productions in Italy that need this often pair it with HMI & Tungsten Lights and Lighting Modifiers for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Power Equipment Rental and Camera Equipment Rental.
On Set
Need Lighting Equipment?
Tell us about your production and we'll design a lighting package for your creative vision.